1. It takes around 85,000 flowers to produce a pound of saffron!!
2. Saffron is a spice derived from the flower of Crocus sativus, commonly known as the “saffron crocus.”
3. Saffron can retail at about $500 an ounce because it is so incredibly labor intensive to obtain.
4. Deep saffron is the color of the upper band of the Indian National Flag, representing courage, sacrifice, patriotism and renunciation.
5. When buying saffron keep in mind that the best saffron has a deep red color and a honey like aroma.
6. To flavor and give color to paellas, make sure to infuse the saffron threads in hot liquid (usually the broth) for 15-20 minutes before using it.
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